CleanutŪ is a new concentrated cleaning product containing soapnut extract and other organic ingredients. It is dermatologist approved and is ideal for sensitive skin. Soap nuts, which are the dried fruit of the Ritha tree, have been used for over 3,000 years in India and Nepal for cleaning laundry. The nuts contain saponin, a natural surfactant, which creates suds when added to water and thus have the ability to clean. The cleaning properties of soapnuts are very effective in removing soil and are known to be gentle on skin and on clothing colors. This product exceeds ECO GARANTIE standards which is an independent label assuring that the production process and the cleanut ingredients comply with the worldwide highest standards of sustainability and ecological responsibility. For those of us who are used to using a traditional liquid laundry detergent, this product is an excellent introduction to the wonderful natural soap nut from which the main active ingredient of this product is made. Natural whole soap nuts are also available for purchase at Real Green Goods, certainly the most environmentally friendly method of doing laundry and other cleaning. CleanutŪ is petroleum free, hypo-allergenic, effective at any temperature, fully biodegradable, contains NO chlorine, NO brighteners, NO dyes, NO artificial fragrances, NO phosphates, NO genetically modified ingredients, NO EDTA, and NO animal testing. A light and pleasant scent is due to the natural extracts from the oils of eucalyptus and verbena. Made in Germany. Choice of the small container of 4.2 fluid ounces good for 4 loads in a recyclable plastic container 5" in height, or the large size which contains 25.3 fluid ounces good for 25 loads in a recyclable plastic container 9" in height.